FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Shelley Small Business Loans
Tell me more about Shelley Small Business Loans
Shelley unsecured loans provides the range of $5,000 to $100,000, with terms ranging from 3 and 24 months, cash flow friendly repayments, which are either daily or weekly.
How is how is the Unsecured Loan different from an ordinary company loan?
You can apply to the Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes online or over the phone, receive a same day response and the funds could be on your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans refer to an interest rate per annum together with additional fees and charges. We offer a company loan is a loan that is priced upfront so you will know in advance the total amount due, which includes any fees, charges or charges. Then, it is divided into a daily or weekly installment amount.
What could you use the Small Business Loan be used for?
A Small Business Loan can be used for nearly every company purpose including the management of cash flow, company renovations, marketing to purchase inventory or new equipment, to fund general working capital and much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
About Larger Shelley Business Loans
What is the Larger Shelley Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger size loan to aid in business expansion opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of up to 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly in order to accommodate your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee calculated?
It is crucial to note that the Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee that is determined at 2.5 percent of the amount of the loan.
Am I eligible for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a loan of this size, your company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of $700K. It is necessary to be a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old and have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to prove at the least 12 months of operating.
What can I use the funding for?
A Business Loan of a larger size is a great option for almost all company need, including business improvements, purchasing new equipment or inventory as well as for general working capital and so much more. The loan is not available for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan a secured loan?
Asset security is needed to access funding over $150,000. It is usually by way of charge over assets, and could include registration on the PPSR or filing a caveat.
A personal or director’s ensure is a promise to pay off a credit line that is general in nature, rather than defining security over a particular asset. The person signing the guarantee is personally liable if the company borrower is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register run by the New Zealand Government. It contains security interests which are registered with respect to personal property (including objects or assets). The PPSR grants the priority of personal property assigned in accordance with the date on which a security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document that is filed to offer an official notice of a claim to a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans that is greater than $250K we can offer an initial pre-approval that will help make the process. It is possible to get this done without a credit check, and within 6 hours of your initial application. The pre-approval process is based on an initial assessment that includes you answering some financial well-being questions. It’s not an offer or guarantee of funds. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer that you are offered could be subject to different conditions.
The application process
Do I qualify for funds?
You are eligible to apply for a company loan if you:
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are at least 18 years old, have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must prove at least 6 months worth of trade (for a unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K - $500K)
How do I apply?
The process for applying is fast and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced business loan specialist will be in touch to help you.
For a loan of up to $100,000 you’ll require identification details (valid Driver’s License) as well as an active NZBN/IRD, and at least six months worth of bank statements.
If you’re looking for loans with larger sizes, you’ll need:
$100K – $250K: Details of application, including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of bank statements, IRD statement (if you have a loan of more than $150K).
$250K-$500K: Application details including credit consent and 12 months of bank records, IRD statement as well as the two most recent years’ financial statements, and interim current financial year financials such as age-related payables and aged Receivables reports.
How quickly will I receive an answer?
For an unsecured loan ($5K or more) we can often provide a response in one hour, provided you submit your request during quality business times and you allow us to utilise the bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to submit copies of your bank statement, we’ll provide a decision in just the span of one company day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K to $500K) we could be able to provide you with pre-approval conditional to your application in about 6 hours. Once you have signed the pre-approval form, it will take about 2-3 days for final approval, however this could be shorter based on the specifics of each application. Certain transactions have received approval in 24 hours.
The quickest method can be ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, allow us to use our modern bank verification to instantly verify your bank information online. If you choose to send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
How fast will I get the cash?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K and up) we usually offer an answer within one hour – as long as you submit your request within standard business time and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your bank statements, we will be able to offer a decision within the span of one business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K and up) we may be in a position to provide you with conditional pre-approval within six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval, however it could be faster based on the specifics of each application. Some transactions have received approval within 24 hours.
The most effective method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours, and permit us to use the sophisticated bank verification to instantly verify your bank account information online. If you opt to send us the copies of bank statements it takes a bit longer.
What is the maximum amount I can borrow?
We offer loans ranging from $5,000 to $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects in order to assess your health that is your company as well as the amount of repayments that your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specific circumstances the company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we consider a variety of aspects to assess the well-being of the company and the level of repayments your company can afford. The amount you receive from the loan will be determined by the specifics the business.
Fees & repayments
How much do you charge for an business loan?
If you decide to make an application for our business loan, we’ll assess the risk assessment of your company and offer an individualised proposal that includes the loan amount, the terms and the interest rates. A company loan is an upfront-priced loan so you will be aware of the total amount due, which includes any interest rates, fees or charges.
What is the factor that determines the price I’m charged?
Interest rates for business loans rates vary due to factors including the amount of money borrowed, the business assets the funds will be used for and the sector the business operates in, how long the business is in operation as well as how long the business has enough cash flow to fund the loan, and also the general well-being and creditworthiness of the business.
What are the fees?
There are no hidden costs with our company loans. You’ll be aware of the amount you be required to pay, and when, starting from the first day. There’s not any compounding interest and there are no additional charges (as as you make your payments punctually).
We do not charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan with no upfront cost or the obligation to take action.
The Origination Fee covers the costs associated with setting up and managing the loan. You are only charged this cost if you take out the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You may choose to pay back the total amount of your advance loan at any time.
If you do decide to do this please speak to our friendly company loans specialists. They’ll offer you with repayment details and an early payment figure. This is calculated as the sum of the principal remaining and the accrued interest up to the date of early payout and 1.5% of the remaining principal and any fees that remain unpaid.
What are the repayment methods?
To make sure you do not miss payments and to work with your cash flow routine, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They will be automatically deducted from your nominated company account.
Security & privacy
Will my data be protected?
Security of your data, and being clear about how we collect information, use it, and exchange it, as well as protect your information, is of huge importance and is an essential part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We employ industry-recognised encryption protocols to safeguard your sensitive, personal and financial data and our funders are ISO 27001 certified for our dedication to protecting the security of clients and security. We use an advanced bank verification system that allows you to immediately verify the bank account details online. This allows us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What exactly is an asset-based loan (a secured loan)?
Asset-based borrowing is when the company owner makes use of assets they own to secure the funding. The asset can be either an individual property, such as the family home, or it could be a company asset like a truck or piece or equipment.
The vast majority of lending institutions, including the largest banks, are inclined to secure loans against assets. If you have trouble paying back the loan, then the asset could be taken over by the lender. In essence, it is means of securing new financing by using the value of what you already have.
Do I need security to secure an company loan?
For loans of up to $150,000, no asset security is required before you can access the money However, we do require an individual guarantee. If you adhere to your loan obligations (as stipulated in the loan contract), asset security is not needed. For loans of over $150K generally there is an individual ensure and security in the form charges on assets.